Die Chaser-Polisher (Midnights)

Intex•Garden City, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for inspecting and polishing dies to ensure they are production-ready. The position involves assisting with die corrections, operating and monitoring machinery like the nitrider, and managing the delivery and return of dies according to production schedules. The Die Chaser-Polisher will also be responsible for the maintenance of all extrusion dies to maximize productivity, including polishing dies after corrections and cleaning excess aluminum using caustic solutions. The job requires assembling and disassembling tooling, managing die storage, and ensuring a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety protocols and wearing appropriate safety equipment. A strong understanding of production operations and manufacturing environments is essential, along with the ability to perform other assigned tasks.

Requirements

Must have working ability to use an assortment of hand tools
Must be physically capable of lifting 75 pounds from the floor to a waist high platform
Must possess the working ability and/or willingness to work with caustic
Must have previous experience of die polishing and/or correction
Knowledge of production operation and experience in manufacturing environment
Prior experience or knowledge of die/die shop is desired
Must be able to work well with others in a team environment
Must be flexible with scheduling based on business needs
Must possess good attitude
Must be reliable and maintain good attendance
Must be willing to work between plant locations (Garden City and/or Livonia)
Must be able to work shift
Must be able to follow directions and perform assignments given
Must be able to read and write in English fluently
Must be 18 years or older
Must have at least a high school diploma, GED. Certification or Associate Degree is a plus
Must have basic computer skills
Must possess knowledge of safety and productivity around the aluminum extrusion press is a plus
Possess a valid Drivers License (preferred)
Must be able to pass stringent background check and substance screening, medical exam may be required.
Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
Die Shop: 1 year (Desired)

Nice To Haves

Certification or Associate Degree is a plus
Possess a valid Drivers License (preferred)
Must possess knowledge of safety and productivity around the aluminum extrusion press is a plus

Responsibilities

Inspect and Polish dies so they are ready for production
Assist in die corrections
Load, start and monitor nitrider
Deliver the dies to presses according to schedule and bring back extruded dies for caustic/storage
Responsible for maintenance of all extrusion dies to achieve maximum productivity
Polish dies after die correction is completed
Run the dies through the caustic solution to clean excess aluminum out of the die
Assemble and break down tooling assemblies
Make sure the dies are clean and there are no remaining aluminum remnants left
Die storage- putting the dies away and retrieval- taking the dies out of storage
Ensure a safe and clean work environment
Wear safety equipment and follow safety protocol
Operating hand tool including Hammer and chisel
Clean work area end of shift
Perform any other assignments given